Dermatological disorder a hindrance for biometric fingerprint authentication

T. Rudra*, D. Tien, G. Sahoo

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This paper raises one of the critical issues in using finger print impression in biometric scanners for identity authentication. Human finger prints can be used in numerous identity verification and authentication applications ranging from airport security check to credit card purchases. The authors of this paper believe that it is vital for finger print scanning biometric devices to cater for seasonal dermatological changes in a large number of individuals across the world.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication5th International Conference on Information Technology and Applications, ICITA 2008
EditorsDavid Tien
Pages701-704
Number of pages4
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Event5th International Conference on Information Technology and Applications, ICITA 2008 - Cairns, QLD, Australia
Duration: 23 Jun 200826 Jun 2008

Other

Other5th International Conference on Information Technology and Applications, ICITA 2008
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CityCairns, QLD
Period23/06/0826/06/08

Keywords

  • Biometric encryption
  • Dermatology
  • Minutiae

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